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MAY'S Sunday Worship
 Sunday morning services at 9:15 & 11:15

May 4: Spiritual But Not Religious – Rev. Jeanne Pupke ; Worship Associate:  Carmen Graffagnino
We often hear people say they feel they are spiritual but they are not religious.  What is meant when one describes themselves in this way and what does it mean in a religious community like ours? (We welcome the Rev. Jeanne Pupke, the Senior Minister from the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Richmond.  Rev. Pupke is completing a pulpit exchange after Rev. Southworth preached in Richmond last year.) 

May 11: Waiting on the World to Change - Rev. Don Southworth & Kate Beasley, Director of Religious Education; Worship Associate:  Victoria Zula
In his song John Mayer speaks to frustration of youth and the difficulty to effect change when you don’t have the power.  In our Coming of Age service our teens will speak to their dreams for their future and their wish to create change instead of waiting for it. (Today is Generosity Sunday.  Our recipient is Welcome Baby, an organization that provides parenting education and support to families with young children— free to Durham County residents.) 

May 18:  An Uncomfortable Conversation – Rev. Don Southworth; Worship Associate: Ross McKinney
Recently Barack Obama gave an historic speech about race in our country.   Many of us say we want ERUUF to become more racially and culturally diverse.  We’ll reflect on race and diversity in our country and in our congregation and how we can help create the beloved community. (Today is New Member Sunday when we celebrate and covenant with our newest members.) 

May 25: Remembering Well – Rev. Don Southworth; Worship Associate: Juanita Johnson
Rev. Sarah York, ERUUF’s former interim minister, authored a book that ministers and lay people have used to help remember those we love well.  On memorial day weekend we will reflect on Rev. York’s words and how we can remember well.  This sermon comes courtesy of Sue Biewlawski who purchased it at last year’s auction.

June 1:Flower Communion and Volunteer Appreciation

Weekly / Ongoing Activities at ERUUF
 All ERUUF members' personal contact information is culled from this website.
Please contact the office for more information about about any groups or functions happening at ERUUF.

A Course in Miracles (ACIM)
The Course in Miracles is a spiritual path that began when two people in conflict agreed “there must be another way.” This course consists of a text, a workbook of 365 daily lessons for students, and a manual for teachers. The vocabulary at first appears to be the familiar words from Christianity, but the meanings have been expanded and often take on new and dynamic meanings. The concepts in ACIM are radical, “upside down” thinking that challenges us to change our way of viewing the world, life, love, God, and most of all, forgiveness. ACIM at ERUUF meets weekly on Sundays, 9:30-11:00 am, in Room 3 of the CARE Building, to read and discuss the course and its application in our lives. Newcomers are welcome. Prior Course experience is helpful but not necessary. Newcomers are encouraged to read “A Path of Light”. The contact for this class is Carole Mathison. No Fee.

Book Club
The ERUUF Book Club meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm in the ERUUF Library to discuss the book of the month. For more information about upcoming books contact Sue Coy. 

Bridge to Fellowship
A gathering of bridge players – experienced and not-so-experienced – for the purpose of enjoying each others’ company while playing cards. Contact Becky Russell so that you can be included in the game. We meet second and fourth Wednesday afternoons from 1:30 till nearly 4:00 and third Friday at 7:00 PM. If interested in joining contact Becky Russell.

Caregivers Meeting
The Caregivers support group will hold its regular second Thursday of the month meeting on Thursday, January 10, 7:30-9:00 pm, Room 7, Care Building. All are welcome. Please contact Virginia Lee for further information.

Clicking for a Cause: A Spiritual Practice
Do you knit or crochet? Why not join CLICKING FOR A CAUSE! We gather monthly to knit or crochet for others in our community. We meet in the Library of the CARE Building on the Third Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. Other meeting times can be arranged with Sue Coy. Experienced people are available to help beginners. We also have many patterns, donated yarns and ideas for our various projects. Your contributions are welcome even if you cannot be at our gatherings. To get involved contact Sue Coy.

 Depression Support Group
Meets 7:30-9:30 pm, on Mondays, in Room 7 of the CARE Bldg. Contact Elisabeth Scott if you're interested in joining this group.

The Eno River Buddhist Community Monday Evening Practice
We are a Buddhist practice group that meets regularly for meditation, exploration of the teachings of Buddhism, and support in cultivating the path of practice. We ground our practice in the Insight Meditation (vipassana) tradition, while remaining open to wisdom from the broader spectrum of Buddhist teaching. Newcomers and visitors are always welcome. Basic meditation instruction is offered on the third Monday of each month from 7:30 – 9:00 pm – 30 minutes of sitting meditation, followed by walking meditation, guided meditation or consideration of Buddhist teachings. Class meets in the Commons Room. There are no set fees for Monday evening and Saturday morning practice sessions. However, in keeping with the important Buddhist practice of generosity (dana), we encourage voluntary contributions of whatever amount you are comfortable offering. Donations are used for retreat scholarships and to provide other resources for our group and the ERUUF community. For more information contact Scott Bryce or visit our website at http://www.pgacon.com/erbc/.

Humanist Group
Members of the group hold a naturalistic world view. Therefore, we believe that conserving the planet and caring for its inhabitants are human responsibilities. We promote a reasoned, scientific approach to decision making. We are a discussion group whose members select the topics to be considered. The Humanist Group meets second Saturdays, 4:30 pm, in Rooms 4 & 5. For more information contact Amy Miller.

Newcomer Orientation
Are you new to ERUUF? Are you trying to figure out if ERUUF is your spiritual community? Come to this one-hour orientation, where you’ll hear a brief history of Unitarian Universalism and of ERUUF, and have an opportunity to ask questions of a minister and a lay leader. Childcare is available. Offered monthly, on the second Sunday, 12:30-1:30 pm, in the Straube chapel, adjacent to the sanctuary.

New Hope Sangha
The format is: alternating sitting and walking meditation, followed by either a dharma talk or discussion. Dharma talks on relevant subjects are held on first Tuesdays of each month; discussions of our experiences in relation to the practice are held on third Tuesdays. Any questions about meditation practice or spiritual life are welcomed. See our website: www.newhopesangha.org. We meet first and third Tuesdays of each month from 7–9:15 pm, in the Straube Chapel. Please arrive by 6:50 so we can be seated by 7:00. Contact Jim Jarvis at 309-2922, jpjarvis@mindspring.com.

PlayDance Women's Group
An open time for people to explore movement and space through their bodies. No previous experience is necessary, and all are welcome to join in the fun. Class meets in Wednesdays, 11:15 am-12:15 pm, in the ERUUF Sanctuary. For more information contact Jennifer Mayo.

Prompt Writing
We provide a prompt, and then we write for 15 minutes. After each of three prompts, we read what we’ve written on a voluntary basis and those in the group give feedback about what they liked. No negative comments allowed! No writing skills or experience needed. You don’t even need to like to write. All are welcome. You’re guaranteed at least one laugh per meeting, probably more. It’s great fun and we get to know each other. Come as often as or as little as you like. Prompt writing meets on fourth Wednesdays, 7-9 pm, in Room 1. Contact Linda Brooks.

River Rhythms
River Rhythms is a community percussion choir playing music based in the traditional folk lore of West Africa. West African music is polyrhythmic, composed of parts for different drums that fit together to make a unified whole. We welcome folks who are interested in learning more about this musical tradition. We invite experienced and novice drummers to join us to play together each week. We teach each week and have drums to lend. Follow the beat of the music and your heart on a Friday to make high-energy music together with River Rhythms! We invite experienced teachers from time to time, and charge participants when this happens. Follow the River Rhythms schedule at http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/RiverRhythms/. We meet weekly on Fridays, from 6:30 to 8:30 in the Commons Room. Contact Jennifer Fostel.

Sister Communities of San Ramon
The Sister Communities of San Ramon, Nicaragua, invites volunteers to become involved. We have lots of fun as we make good things happen in San Ramon. We meet on fourth Mondays in room 4-5, 7:30-9:00 pm. Contact Lonna Harkrader.

Taoist Tai Chi
Taoist Tai Chi™ Taijiquan is a gentle art of health and well-being for people of all ages and health conditions. Many thousands of people are enjoying the health benefits of the Taoist Tai Chi Society® internal arts and methods in approximately 500 locations in 25 countries around the world. People who practice the internal art of Taijiquan: improve balance, increase flexibility, decrease bone density loss, relieve pain and stiffness from arthritis, boost the immune system, relax and enjoy a moving meditation. We meet Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 am and 5:45-6:45 pm, in the Commons Room. Contact Cecilia Jenkins northcarolina@taoist.org. The fee for adults under 60, $40/monthly or $100/quarter. For adults 60 and over, $25/month or $60/quarter.

 

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